Trusted experts in title insurance
for over 40 years.
Dedicated to helping property owners.
First Title Insurance plc is an insurance company, authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.
At First Title, we specialise in providing robust, cost effective legal indemnity insurance and comprehensive title insurance solutions, tailored to protect property owners, developers, lenders and other stakeholders.
Our experienced underwriting teams are committed to developing strong sustainable relationships with our clients to consistently deliver the highest quality risk solutions for their property assets. This allows us to swiftly identify and address issues, ensuring that we deliver the right insurance solutions every time.
Our Board of DirectorsThe confidence to move forward.
First Title Insurance plc is a wholly owned subsidiary of the First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF) which is a premier provider of title, settlement and risk solutions for real estate transactions.
With its combination of financial strength and stability built over more than 135 years, innovative proprietary technologies, and unmatched data assets, the company is leading the digital transformation of its industry.
First American also provides data products to the title industry and other third parties; valuation products and services; mortgage subservicing; home warranty products; banking, trust and wealth management services; and other related products and services.
With total revenue of $6.1 billion in 2024, the company offers its products and services directly and through its agents throughout the United States and abroad. In 2024, First American was named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For by Great Place to Work® and Fortune Magazine for the ninth consecutive year. The company was named one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company for the second consecutive year. More information about the company can be found at www.firstam.com.
First American WebsiteA diverse wealth of knowledge.
Underwriting
Our very experienced underwriting team brings unparalleled expertise to our clients, they have worked on thousands of UK real estate transactions over the past 40 years with a total value circa £400bn. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest service standards and are always available to assist with any enquires or projects you may have.
Claims
Our Claims handlers have a wealth of knowledge and experience in title insurance claims and the legal issues that arise from these. Our team are specialists in dealing with all types of title insurance policies, whether commercial, residential or lender.
Committed to accountability.
We are committed to being open and transparent in our dealings with you and your clients. We have robust governance arrangements in place and adhere to all relevant regulations ensuring that customer protection is at the core of our business.
Explore our Solvency and Financial Condition reports, as well as our Product Governance Documents.
Solvency and Financial Condition Reports
Product Governance Documents
Clarity in our governance.
Authorisation Status
Our full authorisation status details.
Read More about our Authorisation StatusSection 172 Statements
Statements by the directors in performance of their statutory duties.
Read More about our Section 172 StatementsTax Strategy
Our tax strategy supports our business strategy and involves managing tax affairs responsibly and transparently and in compliance with relevant legislation.
Read More about our Tax StrategyOur financial strength.
Agency Ratings for First Title Insurance plc
In the current market, the financial strength of the company providing you with insurance is crucial.
Our financial ratings are strong, which helps to provide our clients with peace of mind that they are dealing with a solid and dependable organisation.
A
(Excellent)
Group Rating
AM Best Financial Strength Rating
Outlook: Stable
Action: Affirmed
Effective Date: 24 October 2024
A
Group Rating
Fitch Financial Strength Rating
Action: Affirmed
Effective Date: 15 August 2024
All ratings are correct as of April 2025.
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42 Trinity Square
London
EC3N 4DJ
David House
9 Manor Road
Leeds
LS11 5QA